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What is "Samas Vigrah" in grammar?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

Samas Vigrah is the process of breaking down or expanding a compound word (Samas) into its constituent parts to reveal the original meaning. It's essentially the reverse of creating a compound.

Purpose:

  • Helps understand the relationship between words in a compound
  • Clarifies the meaning of complex terms
  • Essential for grammatical analysis

Example: "Neelkanth" (compound) → Vigrah: "Neel hai kanth jiska" (one whose throat is blue)

General · Class 12